With both 5K and 10K timed/untimed options, the Silicon Labs Sunshine Run is the perfect race for both casual runners and serious racers! By entering the race, you’ll get the official Sunshine Run technical shirt at packet pickup. Competitors listen up – these are certified courses and there are medals and cash prizes for the winners!

And let’s not forget about the kids and dogs! Kids are welcome to sign up for the 5K or 10K, but if they aren’t quite ready, they can run the Kids K. Yes, your dog can join in the 5K competition as well. The winner will be titled the Fastest Dog in Austin and will awarded a tasty treat.

Past Events

Our trick training class is a hands on class where you are going to be working with your dog and teaching them some fun tricks. Because this is a fun and laid back class, all ages and levels of obedience are welcome to participate – there are no prerequisites for Tricks!

Originally crafted by the Old Pecan Street Association to help revitalize the downtown city streets and businesses, the Pecan Street Festival has been a contributing factor in the transformation and positive progression of 6th Street and its surroundings for over 30 years

Learn about Pet Care, Volunteerism, Grooming, Pet Behavior & Training, Traveling with your Pet, How YOU Can Make a Difference, Different Types of Pets/Breeds, Veterinarian FAQ, Fun Activities for You & Your Pet.

You and your dog are invited to join us for the 4th annual Woof Walk & Wrun 5K. Proceeds for this event go to the medical fund (Jane’s Fund) to treat sick or injured shelter animals at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter

Participants come from all over the country for this exciting event. There will be qualifying races on Saturday and Sunday, culminating in the run for the roses Sunday afternoon – sure to be a great time!

Our obstacle and confidence course is an entry level class designed to expose you and your dog to all of the agility equipment and lay the foundation for safely and confidently maneuvering over the course. If you ever wanted to get into agility or find a fun way to build confidence in your fearful or shy dog, this class is a great first step!

We all know that dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt, here’s your chance to put those skills to the test! Our K9 Scent Games classes focus on teaching you different games and scenarios that can be used to encourage your dog’s natural scenting abilities. Open to all levels of obedience as well as non-clients of Unleashed Unlimited.

Join us on Sunday, March 24th from 12:00pm to 1:30pm, at our Leander training center, for a workshop on building drive. The cost for the workshop is $10 per dog and it’s open to any Unleashed Unlimited training client.

Our obstacle and confidence course is an entry level class designed to expose you and your dog to all of the agility equipment and lay the foundation for safely and confidently maneuvering over the course. If you ever wanted to get into agility or find a fun way to build confidence in your fearful or shy dog, this class is a great first step!

Our trick training class is a hands on class where you are going to be working with your dog and teaching them some fun tricks. Because this is a fun and laid back class, all ages and levels of obedience are welcome to participate – there are no prerequisites for Tricks 2!

Categories will be comprised of combined male-female 6 years and younger / masters 7 years and older. Canines will participate with their owners, who are also registered in the Donkey Dash. All aid stations will have water bowls and treats for the canines.

Love-A-Bull will be expecting over 1,000 people with their dogs for another great event to help educate, advocate, and support the pit bull type dog. There will be a celebrity guest, Tia Torres and her team from the popular Animal Planet TV show, “Pit Bulls and Paroles”.

Pet Event for Pet Lovers

Personal Paws Pet Boutique Grand Opening! There will be many vendors that you and your pet can enjoy. The following pet apparels will be featured: sports jerseys, casual wear, pet dresses, pet carriers, collars/leashes, toys, motorcycle vests and much more!! You really do not want your flurry friend to miss out on this special

The Pet Fest 5K and Fun Run will be run along the beautiful San Marcos River trails. All proceeds will be used by PALS of Central Texas to provide pet spay/neuter services to those who need assistance.

First celebrated in 1999, Pet Sitters International’s Take Your Dog To Work Day® (TYDTWDay®) was created to celebrate the great companions dogs make and to encourage their adoption from humane societies, animal shelters and breed rescue clubs.

May 19, 2012 – 9:00am Texas Capital Grounds, Austin, TXThe Texas Veterinary Cancer Registry is hosting the Leash on Life Pet Walk which will take place on May 19, 2012 on the capital grounds in Austin, Texas. This public event is open to dogs, cats and kids of all ages with all proceeds to benefit the registry and further pet and human cancer research.

We all know that dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt, here’s your chance to put those skills to the test! Our K9 Scent Games classes focus on teaching you different games and scenarios that can be used to encourage your dog’s natural scenting abilities. Open to all levels of obedience as well as non-clients of Unleashed Unlimited.

Join Blue Dog for live music, good friends, and a great Perros de Mayo 2012. Real Ale Brewing Company joins the fun and will be launching the statewide, year-round release of the popular Devil’s Backbone Ale.

Strap on your walking shoes and grab your leashes, the Mighty Texas Dog Walk is coming back to Austin. In it’s 14th year, the Mighty Texas Dog Walk is a gathering of dogs and their owners for a 3 miles stroll through downtown Austin in attempt to bring the Guinness World’s Record for “Largest Dog Walk” back to Texas!

Our trick training class is a hands on class where you are going to be working with your dog and teaching them some fun tricks. Because this is a fun and laid back class, all ages and levels of obedience are welcome to participate – there are no prerequisites for Tricks 1!

Our obstacle and confidence course is an entry level class designed to expose you and your dog to all of the agility equipment and lay the foundation for safely and confidently maneuvering over the course. If you ever wanted to get into agility or find a fun way to build confidence in your fearful or shy dog, this class is a great first step!

A Fundraising event is being sponsored by The Bar Method, By George, Deep Eddy Vodka and Um, Yum! Desserts on November 16, 2011 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. The first 50 attendees will receive a special swag bag full of enticing giveaways. Custom cocktails, delicious desserts, and furry (as well as not-so-furry) friends will be waiting for you at this debut event. All donations will benefit Austin Pets Alive!, and donations make you eligible for special sponsor discounts. If you cannot attend, please consider donating online at http://www.austinpetsalive.org/donate/.

Our trick training class is a hands on class where you are going to be working with your dog and teaching them some fun tricks. Because this is a fun and laid back class, all ages and levels of obedience are welcome to participate – there are no prerequisites for Tricks 2!

This will be a dog-friendly USATF Certified (TX09096ETM)5k course that starts and finishes at Doc’s Backyard. This fast, flat user-friendly course will take you on a tour through beautiful Sunset Valley.

Austin Dogtoberfest 2011 is an annual event at The Domain which includes a silent auction, Canine Costume Contest, pet related demonstrations and fun for all! Last year approximately 2,500 people and their canine companions attended this one day event and many more are expected for the 2011 event!!

If you are looking to raise money for a great cause, get some exercise, and do something new with your dog – we’ve got a great event for you! This year Unleashed Unlimited is putting together a team and walking in the 2011 Austin AIDS Walk. The walk is a dog-friendly (dogs must be social and remain on-leash) 5k walk that takes place right in Austin’s beautiful downtown area! If you are interested, you can join our teamand walk with us! The money you help raise goes to AIDS Services of Austin and the fundraising teams of Austin’s other outstanding AIDS service and education providers, so be sure to give anything you can; every penny helps!

We all know that dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt, here’s your chance to put those skills to the test! Our K9 Scent Games classes focus on teaching you different games and scenarios that can be used to encourage your dog’s natural scenting abilities. Open to all levels of obedience as well as non-clients of Unleashed Unlimited.

Check out 100 + pet-friendly exhibitors and rescue groups, see live demonstrations in agility, obedience training, pet care & activism, great giveaways and prizes, amazing discounts on your favorite pet products, a pet fashion show and costume contest, fabulous retailers, author book signings and much more fun for the whole family!

The Midtown Mutt-minster, a ‘best in show’ competition, will highlight Austin’s true mixed breeds! Categories include “I’m So Ugly I’m Cute”, “Most Unidentifiable Breed”, and “Funkiest Features”. Even if your pup isn’t entered into the competition, come out to watch the show and peruse the booths set up by some of your favorite local dog-friendly businesses!

The Hound Hunt is a city-wide, dog-centric scavenger hunt will be the premiere event of the year! And it’s all benefiting the Austin Humane Society. The Hound Hunt is sure to be fun for the whole family, including your furry family members!

The Humane Society of Williamson County (HSWC) is hosting a 5K Rescue Run and 1mi Family Fun Dog Walk for all ages and skill sets. For the 1mi your dogs are welcome to join you in the race to save lives!

This is a fundraising event with a weekend of United Canine Association and International Olde English Bulldogge Association conformation dog shows. All profits from these shows will benefit those very special and dear to our hearts, the children affected by cancer.

We all know that dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt, here’s your chance to put those skills to the test! Our K9 Scent Games classes focus on teaching you different games and scenarios that can be used to encourage your dog’s natural scenting abilities. Open to all levels of obedience as well as non-clients of Unleashed Unlimited.

The Capital of Texas Triathlon Doggie Du Dash gives man (or woman) and best friend the chance to compete in tandem. The event consists of a 300 meter open water swim followed by a 1 mile run for the finish.

Woofstock at Waterloo is a free public event that honors Texas residents and their furry companions. Festival-goers will enjoy shopping and eating at local vendor booths, canine wellness exams, pet car demonstrations, costume contests, doggie makeovers, live music, and much more!

Participants come from all over the country for this exciting event. There will be qualifying races on Saturday and Sunday, culminating in the run for the roses Sunday afternoon – sure to be a great time!

Snake avoidance teaches your dogs to avoid and not approach dangerous snakes that are common to the Austin area. Register and come on out to teach your dogs to avoid rattlesnakes, water moccasins, and copperheads. Live snakes on hand to aid with the training.

5k walk/run for pets and their owners. Come dressed up for a fun 3.2 mile trail run with your pet. Water and pet treats will be served at the finish line. After the race we will be judging a look-a-like contest to win a free membership to our recreation center, plus other door prizes.

The pet parade and pet contests start at 2:00 pm and will have four categories: best dressed pet and family, best pet trick, pet/owner look alike, and cutest pet. In addition to the pet friendly activities, we will also have a silent auction, an artisan fair, live music, and yummy food!!!

The Mighty Texas Dog Walk is a dog friendly three mile stroll just down the road from the Texas State Capitol. The event also attempts to break the Guinness World’s Record for “Largest Dog Walk” back to Texas! Current record: 17,427 dogs

April 3, 2011 – 8:30 am Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, Leander, TexasThis event is a 5K Run and Mile Walk for runner, with or without their favorite training companions, their dogs! Proceeds benefit Jane’s Fund, which is designed to help pets who are brought to the shelter with treatable injuries, which are often not capable of treating at a shelter.

February 24, 2011 – 6:00pm Penn Field Design Center, Austin, TexasNot to be missed! A unique look into two different styles of pet photography. Come enjoy great food, drinks, some of our work, friends, and conversation all benefiting a great cause – Emancipet.

We all know that dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt, here’s your chance to put those skills to the test! Our K9 Scent Games classes focus on teaching you different games and scenarios that can be used to encourage your dog’s natural scenting abilities. Open to all levels of obedience as well as non-clients of Unleashed Unlimited.

Dr. Shane Daigle of Premier Animal Hospital will be on hand to answer yourquestions, whether it be specific issues that you are experiencing or general questions relating to the health and care of our dogs. Come on out for an informal “ask the vet” session!

J Mark Photography will be on hand for a FREE sitting for professional dog portraits. This event is open to the general public, but Unleashed Unlimited clients get first choice of booking times. Be sure to contact Tracey to schedule your sitting time.

Rags To Wags is the Austin Humane Society’s largest fund raising event. Through the generosity of its sponsors, Rags To Wags is able to return 100% of the evening’s proceeds directly to programs and services created to save the lives of thousands of homeless animals each year.

November 7, 2010 – 11:30am South End of Congress Bridge, Austin, TexasLove-A-Bull is putting on a march of 100 Pit Bulls (and friends) up Congress Ave. A gathering will then be held at Republic Park with food, music, and vendors.

Hosted by Animal Lovers of Austin, Inc. and the 2nd Street District, this architectural dog-centric fundraiser showcases doghouses created by some of Austin’s best and brightest architects, designers and builders. Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on these unique doghouses, play at the ‘pup-stop’, learn more about adoption opportunities from local area rescue groups, and enjoy a winter-inspired Fashound Show.

Come join us for a fun filled hour and give you dog a turn at problem solving using the industry’s best interactive dog toys. A variety of toys will be available for your dogs to try out, everyone gets an turn to play!

There will be plenty to do at the 2010 DogToberFest. There will be a canine costume contest, dog portraits, wiener dog races, silent auction, and a variety of demonstrations from local dog related businesses. Proceeds benefit a variety of local rescue organizations throughout the Austin area.